Norwegian Buhund

Danish Spitz

Norwegian Buhund vs Danish Spitz

Compare Norwegian Buhund and Danish Spitz side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Norwegian Buhund

Danish Spitz

Breed type

Purebred

Height

41 – 47 cm

39 – 49 cm

Weight

12 – 18 kg

Life expectancy

13 – 15 years

12 – 14 years

Child friendly

3/5

4/5

Energy level

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

4/5

Health

3/5

4/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Norwegian Buhund

High energy

Low grooming

Medium

Danish Spitz

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Easy to train

Medium

Summary

About Norwegian Buhund

The Norwegian Buhund is a medium, athletic Scandinavian spitz with a square build, erect ears, and curled tail. A people‑focused, vocal farm and herding dog, it is alert, energetic, and intelligent, excelling in dog sports and thriving in active homes needing a devoted watchdog.

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About Danish Spitz

Medium, agile Nordic companion from Denmark with a foxlike face and curled tail. Cheerful, people‑oriented and alert, it barks to announce visitors. Dense double coat in white to cream shades needs regular brushing. Active and intelligent, it excels with gentle training and daily exercise.

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